Snow and ice in Paris and Île-de-France, activation of the Level 2 Plan, roads impacted

The snow may well fall in Paris and Île-de-France this November 21, 2024 ? To believe Weather Franceit is very likely and with the rain starting to fall, icy conditions will undoubtedly be present. Due to the arrival of a new disturbance, linked to the Caetano depression, the Orange “Snow and Ice” vigilance is triggered in Île-de-France this Thursday, November 21, 2024. Faced with the expected snowfall, the Snow Ice Plan moves to level 2, imposing safety measures on the roads.

The Paris police headquartersled by Laurent Nuñez, announces increased vigilance throughout the Ile-de-France region between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m.. Weather France forecasts a significant snow episode, starting late in the morning and crossing the region before evacuating towards the east in the evening. Traffic conditions are likely to be made difficult despite the salting and snow removal efforts carried out by the Direction des roads of Île-de-France.

The transition to level 2 of Snow Ice Plan strengthens emergency arrangements. Among the main measures:

• A reduction of the maximum authorized speed 20 km/h on all roads.
• L’overtaking ban for heavy goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes on main roads.

Traffic restricted on several axes due to winter conditions

The Police Commissioner has put in place traffic restrictions on several key roads in the region to deal with the winter weather. These measures primarily concern goods transport vehicles and apply to the following routes:

Axes impacted:

• Ring road
• A86
• Francilienne (A104, RN104, RN184)
• National and departmental roads: RN12, RN13, RN10, RN1104, RN1, RD7, RD910, RD317, RD914, RD444, and other secondary roads.
• Strategic access: airports (Charles de Gaulle, Orly), major centers (La Défense, Rungis).

Impact for users:

• Risk of significant delays on the journeys concerned.
• Partial bans for certain vehicles, particularly heavy goods vehicles.

250 km of traffic jams were recorded this morning at 1 p.m. Traffic is blocked on the RN 10near Trappes in particular. Heavy goods vehicles are stopped on the N12 et l'A86. HAS Velizy, the snow makes bus circulation difficult. Many lines are interrupted.

The authorities are calling on users to be extra vigilant. If you absolutely have to travel, choose the public transportequip yourself with snow tires, and prepare a survival kit including warm clothes, food and water. Motorists are invited to consult real-time traffic conditions on Sytadin or Smart Bisonas well as forecasts on the website Weather France.

For your safety and that of others, clear the snow in front of your home and salt the sidewalks without blocking water flows. Avoid contact with fallen electrical wires, and only use heating appliances that comply with standards.

We advise you to follow the instructions of the authorities via the media or social networks, in particular the account @prefpolice on Twitter. Local radio stations or 107.7 highway are also reliable sources.

Remember that these measures aim to prevent accidents and limit disruptions in a region where such bad weather remains rare. Caution is therefore required to get through this episode safely.

This risk of snow and ice could also impact traffic on the roads of Île-de-France this Thursday, November 21. Motorists are therefore called upon to be extremely vigilant, and to inform themselves about the instructions and traffic conditions before hitting the road.

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